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… they rely on or trust. Abuse of older adults can occur at home, in the community, or in institutional settings. Those who abuse are most often family members such as a person’s spouse or children, but … risk of abuse. Living together with older adults may create family tensions. In some cases, family pride can keep abuse …
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… long periods can be dangerous. If it gets very hot in your home, plan to go somewhere cooler if possible. What can you … Get a digital room thermometer to help know when your home is getting too hot If you do not have an … space in your home, consider staying with friends or family who have air-conditioning if your house gets too hot. …
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… them again. Regular checks for head lice can be part of a family’s hygiene routine. What are the symptoms of head … any live lice. If someone in the house has lice, check all family members. What are safe options for treating head … not go away without treatment. Children should not be sent home or kept home from school or daycare because of head …
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… juice and cider before consuming. To pasteurize juice at home, heat to 70°C for at least one minute Avoid serving … File #03 Pasteurized and raw milk HealthLinkBC File #22 Home canning - How to avoid botulism HealthLinkBC File #59a …
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… What is the treatment? For generally healthy people, home treatment is usually the only care needed for fifth … work against infections caused by bacteria. The following home treatment tips may help you to be more comfortable …
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… run by private owners or water companies. If you own your home and have your own water supply, such as a well, then … as it travels through the water distribution system to your home. Should I treat my water? Always treat your water if: …
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… in the brain. You can prepare a sucrose solution at home and bring it with you to your child's immunization … and discard the unused portion. Do not use sugar at home to calm upset or crying babies. Children 3 years of age …
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… to be a change. For example, “In 5 minutes we need to go home and make supper” Do not sweat the small stuff If your … feel respected and set a standard for behaviour in your home and for your family. Children like routine Children thrive on routine and …
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… The oral vaccine is a series of capsules you take at home. The injection vaccine is only 1 dose at the travel … treated. This vaccine comes in liquid form. You take it at home as a series of doses by mixing in water. For more …
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… of 9 parts water to 1 part bleach to clean areas of your home or personal items that could have your blood on them. … drug poisoning recognition, prevention and B.C.’s Take Home Naloxone Program Image … Living well with hepatitis B …